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Breann

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Pronounced bree-ANN /briˈæn/Medium

Meaning: A short form of Briana/Breanne, the feminine of Brian, usually read as 'noble; strong; virtuous.' Crisp and modern.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp Irish-rooted name: Breann means 'noble; strong' (said 'bree-ANN'). Modern and clean.

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Origin MediumIrish, English

MeaningA short form of Briana/Breanne, the feminine of Brian, usually read as 'noble; strong; virtuous.' Crisp and modern.

U.S. rank (2024)#15640 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1996

Total births (all-time)≈ 5,808

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Breann shortens Briana/Breanne, feminine of the Irish Brian, 'noble; strong.' Clean and modern — rare in the U.S. today (said 'bree-ANN').

It appears rarely now, past a late-century peak. Rare, crisp, and modern.

Did you know? Breann is a trim form of Briana, the feminine of Brian, 'noble; strong; virtuous' — a crisp, modern take on a Celtic classic (said 'bree-ANN').

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References — Breann — Briana/Breanne; feminine of Brian 'noble; strong'

Variations

BreanneBrianaBreanna

Nicknames

BreeAnne

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Breann mean?

Breann is a form of Briana, the feminine of Brian, 'noble; strong; virtuous.'

How do you pronounce Breann?

It's said bree-ANN /briˈæn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Breann a boy or girl name?

Breann is a girl's name.

How popular is Breann?

Breann is a rare name in the U.S.